griffinshockey.com - Griffins Features http://griffinshockey.com/ Infinity Site Manager en-us Tue, 21 May 2013 13:54:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2516 Among the many contributors in the Griffins' postseason return is Teemu Pulkkinen, one of several Red Wings prospects to join the team in the last month. Having already made a name for himself in Finland -- including a shot that earned its own nickname -- he hopes that he'll make North American fans take notice of his game soon. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:46:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2493 Jeff Hoggan has led by example this season as the captain of the Griffins, and his contributions helped the team enter the postseason with momentum. As the only former Calder Cup champion on the roster, the team will lean on him for advice as they enter the playoffs. Tue, 2 Apr 2013 09:31:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2454 Calle Jarnkrok grew up idolizing the Red Wings, and in late March he took the next step to joining his favorite team by joining the Griffins to adjust to North American hockey. After a whirlwind first few days, he's acclimating on and off the ice and hoping to deliver on high expectations. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:01:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2446 Not many players have done as well in the NCAA tournament as defenseman Brett Skinner. In fact, in 17 years of the Griffins, only one other player comes close to matching Skinner’s collegiate résumé. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:59:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2444 Former Michigan Wolverine Luke Glendening had his fair share of NCAA appearances during his college days. Familiar with the full spectrum of experiences that the tournament has to offer, Glendening understands the mentality the players need to adopt as they hit the ice this weekend. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:43:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2440 Prior to turning professional with the Griffins, Riley Sheahan was a member of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, contributing to the program's rise to one of the nation's top teams. Although they fell short in the Frozen Four, he feels the experience helped him prepare for this season. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:54:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2439 Red Wings fans have gotten a long look at many top Griffins players this season, showcasing the depth throughout the organization. That depth doesn't just end with the top group, though, as Louis-Marc Aubry is among a handful of players hoping to be part of the next wave to the NHL. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:07:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2430 Chad Billins has had a rookie season full of surprises with the Griffins, but to fans of the collegiate game, his success didn’t come out of nowhere. Last year, Billins was at the center of college hockey’s biggest stage, leading Ferris State to the national championship game. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:20:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2420 In his eight professional seasons, Brett Skinner has suited up for 15 different teams, spanning six countries, 10 states (and one province) and seven NHL organizations. But the new Griffins blueliner is right where he wants to be, helping the team march towards the playoffs. Fri, 8 Mar 2013 11:35:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2416 First-year head coach Jeff Blashill has his Griffins in good shape to make the 2013 Calder Cup Playoffs, as the club sits among the top seeds in the Western Conference with just over 20 games to play. But it’s not the first time Blashill has coached a team to success in West Michigan. Mon, 4 Mar 2013 13:18:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2413 After an injury-plagued stint with the Red Wings, Jan Mursak is back in Grand Rapids and hopes to work his way back to the NHL. Armed with a positive attitude and renewed confidence thanks to his dominance during the lockout, he's ready to help the Griffins reach the playoffs. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:16:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2406 After injuries sidelined him for a good chunk of his rookie season, Mitch Callahan is playing more regularly and earning new opportunities in his second season with the Griffins. Feeling more comfortable in the league, Callahan is having a career year after finding his offensive confidence. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:19:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2377 Chad Billins finished his collegiate career at Ferris State unsure of where his start in professional hockey would come. He eventually landed with the Griffins, just hoping to find a regular spot in the lineup. Months later, he found himself representing the team at the 2013 AHL All-Star Classic. Tue, 8 Jan 2013 08:08:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2341 As the official medical provider for the Griffins, the experienced doctors at Metro Health Sports Medicine not only treat injuries during a game, they manage the health of the players throughout the season. Fri, 4 Jan 2013 13:46:00 http://griffinshockey.com/news/features/?article_id=2335 Tomas Tatar may not be considered a veteran by league standards, but the 22-year-old brings many experiences to his fourth season with the Griffins. Tatar hopes that helping the club stay in first place and having the right mindset will help him make the jump back to the NHL.